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World Cup 2034: Does Saudi Arabia shelving Neom Stadium spell trouble?
By Matt Pearson · Oct 8, 2026, 9:24 AM CDT
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Since winning the right to hold the 2034 World Cup unopposed, Saudi Arabia has been pulling away from sport. With reports that its most ambitious stadium project will be abandoned, what does this mean for the World Cup?
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